About Us

Empowering the underprivileged since 1973 through compassionate service and sustainable development

Who We Are

URDES-India (Urban & Rural Development Society India) is a registered non-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering the poorest and most vulnerable sections of society. Since 1973, we have worked tirelessly to provide food, shelter, clothing, medical aid, and rehabilitation to the poor, sick, elderly, physically and mentally challenged, leprosy patients, street children, orphans, and victims of natural disasters — without discrimination of caste, creed, color, gender, or religion.

Our Core Values

Compassion: Serving humanity with love, care, and understanding for those in need
Integrity: Transparent and ethical functioning in all our operations and partnerships
Empowerment: Enabling people to become self-reliant and break the cycle of poverty
Equality: No discrimination of any kind - serving all with equal dignity and respect
Sustainability: Long-term impact through community-based solutions and capacity building
Innovation: Creative approaches to address complex social challenges effectively

🎯 Our Mission

To bring hope and dignity to those who have been forgotten by society by providing essential services, education, healthcare, and livelihood opportunities that enable sustainable transformation.

🌟 Our Vision

A just and equitable society where every individual has access to basic human rights and opportunities for growth, regardless of their background or circumstances.

✨ Featured Projects

🏥 Leprosy Rehabilitation

Providing homes, jobs, and comprehensive medical care to cured leprosy patients in Kurnool and Bellary, helping them reintegrate into society with dignity.

🌊 Natural Calamity Relief

Rebuilding lives through permanent housing and livelihood support after cyclones and floods, ensuring communities emerge stronger than before.

👧 Street Children Empowerment

Sheltering, educating, and training street and working children to build a better future, breaking the cycle of poverty through education.

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